A friend of mine is behind on his mortgage and facing foreclosure due to an injury that kept him out of work for over 18 months. Someone offered to purchase his house if a short sale can get approved and lease it ...

Hi experts!
I had a recent situation occur that I'm thinking to file a complaint about but I'd like your input to see if this is viable.

I am not an agent but have been following listings of potential fore...

Since Flipper hasn't had a chance to post this one yet, I'll put it up here. I got your back buddy! :wink:

Well, on the eve of the election it looks like Sarah Palin was completely cleared of any and all ethics v...

Dear BP community,I was wondering, where can I learn more about real estate professional business ethics and conduct (writing the right emails, talking to people of the phone, negotiating, accepted norms and standards...

Hi there,I was interested in buying a duplex in a cool beach community in Florida.  The property was being sold through an agent and was purchased by a wholesaler out of probate.When I did my due diligence, the zoning...

The community of Biggerpockets has changed quite a bit in the past 5 years I've been investing in Real Estate. When I started out on here helping newbies get started in wholesaling was a VERY common practice. The past...

So I am in a situation currently where I put a "strong" offer on a duplex that previously had an offer on it.

I heard back from my buyers agent that the other offer was comparable and they are NOT giving me the abili...

I've landed an off market deal but I'm afraid I may be stretching some ethical boundaries. First off, never my intention to "swoop in" and make the deal. The seller contacted me after she cancelled with her current wh...

Hello, looking for advice on hiring a seller's agent.  A few weeks ago I found an agent that operates at a low 2% commission (4.4% total if there is a buyer's agent).  We'll call this agent A.  I found agent A while e...

I've been reading a book about real estate investing and the author who shall remain nameless makes a brilliant recommendation when buying REO properties. However I am unsure whether the recommendations are ethical or...